101-0113-10L  Theory of Structures (for Environmental Engineering)

SemesterAutumn Semester 2022
LecturersB. Sudret
Periodicityyearly recurring course
Language of instructionGerman
CommentOnly for Environmental Engineering BSc.


AbstractIntroduction to structural mechanics, statically determinate beams and frame structures, trusses. Stresses in statically determinate structures.
Learning objective- Understanding the response of elastic beam and frame structures
- Ability to correctly apply the equilibrium conditions
- Understanding the basics of continuum mechanics
- Computation of stresses in elastic structures

In the course "Theory of Structures (for Environmental Engineering)", the competencies of process understanding, system understanding and modeling are taught and applied. The competence process understanding and system understanding are examined, too.
Content- Equilibrium, reactions, static determinacy
- Internal forces (normal and shear forces, moments)
- Arches and cables
- Elastic trusses
- Influence lines
- Basics of continuum mechanics
- Stresses in elastic beams
Lecture notesBruno Sudret, "Einführung in die Baustatik", 2021
Available on Moodle with exercises.
LiteratureB. Sudret, Baustatik - eine Einführung, 2022, Springer Vieweg.
https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-658-35255-4